Archives: May 2011

Grilled Cheeses

May 30th, 2011

When I say grilled cheese, I do not mean the sandwich, I mean literally- grilled cheese. As in Brie and Camembert grilled on the BBQ.

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Kopanisti

May 27th, 2011

So this may not be the most authentic of Kopanisti renditions, but the flavor is amazing, bright, salty spicy and with a hint of mint at the end of the bite.

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Asian Spare Ribs

May 25th, 2011

I had a dinner a few weeks ago, and it was heavy on the men. My first thought was to make a batch of BBQ’d ribs for all of the guys. But then I came across an Everyday Food recipe for Chinese Style Pork Spare Ribs. Something new!! I smacked my lips looking at that recipe and trotted right to the grocery store.

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Ice Cream Sandwiches

May 23rd, 2011

I thought that with the summer coming up, which is our most popular time of year to entertain- that it would be fun to come up with some really wonderful ice cream sandwiches that were appealing to both kids and adults.

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A Seattle Spring Garden

May 22nd, 2011

Because we have had such a difficult year here in Seattle, (like I can count the number of sunny days on one hand since last Spetember) the yard has kind of been in a state of paralysis. We are in late May and there are buds and flowers just sprouting that really should have been here months ago. It is a strange phenomena.

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Winner of Anthousa Gift Package Giveaway!

May 22nd, 2011

The winner is….

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Spring Crostini

May 19th, 2011

In case you might be planning to have friends or family over this weekend, this is a light and lovely starter to a meal. It is bursting with late Spring flavors like favas, peas, mint and ricotta speckled with fresh chives.

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Chocolate Raspberry Tart

May 16th, 2011

Simple and decadent tart plus a MAJOR LUXURY GIVEAWAY!!!

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Pepper, Pineapple and Chili Soup

May 13th, 2011

This is an absolutely beautiful soup. It is so unique and fresh and light with an incredible variety of flavors that seem to meld effortlessly while still being unexpected.

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Ultimate Peanut Butter Cookies

May 10th, 2011

While Pia’s Peanut Butter Cookies are a staple in our household, I am always looking to amp up existing recipes (like you guys didn’t notice!) Since Pia asked to make cookies today, we decided to make peanut butter- but in a whole new way.

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